I had low expectations but it turns out this monopod is perfect for my 10x42 binoculars (adapters purchased separately). I'm 5'7" tall, and I use this star gaze as well as for some terrestrial viewing; with the binocular attachment (adds a couple inches), I'm able to comfortably point the binoculars at both earthbound targets and celestial targets. Naturally, if you point your binoculars at zenith, you're going to have a problem, but a more expensive monopod wouldn't fix that.The alternative I was looking at was a $200 monopod, so I used the $180 I saved on some new telescope gear. ;)
28/01/2025
I had lost the rod/monopod center section on a Sunpak 7500 TM which is no longer available. Fortunately I was able to modify this monopod using it as the center shaft to restore my tripod to usefulness.
28/11/2024
The quality is great, and stability is very good for the price, would recommend it!
11/11/2024
I am getting older so this kf concept Basic monopod allows me to cover some of my B-roll DSLR video needs without lugging a full tripod all the time. You have to do your part vis-a-vis remaining still, but this was well worth the price.
21/10/2024
Note that it doesn’t come with anything your phone can attach to. You’ll have to buy that separate
30/09/2024